Large Sculptural Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle by Jean-Paul Brin, Vallauris, France, 1990s, Set of 2

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Description

Carved from a single monumental block of olive wood, this large mortar and pestle is both a functional object and … Read more Carved from a single monumental block of olive wood, this large mortar and pestle is both a functional object and a sculptural statement.
Signed by Jean-Paul Brin, an artisan working in Vallauris, the piece reflects the deep Mediterranean tradition of working noble natural materials by hand. The dense, expressive grain of the olive wood reveals decades of growth, shaped by time and climate, giving the object a powerful organic presence.
The form is generous, grounded, and perfectly balanced. Its weight and scale allow it to function effortlessly as a traditional mortar, while its sculptural quality makes it equally suited as a decorative object in a refined interior or contemporary design setting.
Details
Hand-carved from solid olive wood
Sculpted from a single block
Original matching pestle included
Signed on the base
Natural satin patina with rich grain variations
Unique artisan piece

Dimensions & Weight
Mortar: 27 × 23 cm | Height 14 cm
Pestle: 23 cm
Weight: approx. 6 kg


Excellent condition.
The wood is healthy and stable, with natural variations inherent to olive wood. These features are part of the authenticity and character of the piece.


This object belongs to a lineage where use and beauty are inseparable.
Rooted in Mediterranean culture, it embodies a slower rhythm of life, where craftsmanship, material, and function converge.
A rare sculptural mortar from Vallauris, suitable for collectors, designers, and interiors that value authenticity and natural form. See less